Programming your 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe key fob can be a straightforward process you can accomplish at home. This guide provides two distinct methods to program your keyless entry remote, depending on your remote’s FCC ID. Follow the instructions carefully to regain keyless entry to your Tahoe.
Method 1: For Remote FCC #ABO1502T
This procedure utilizes the OBDII Data Link Port for programming your remote.
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Locate the OBDII Port: The Data Link Port is situated beneath the driver’s side dashboard. Identify terminals 8 and 4 within the port.
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Prepare the Jumper Wire: Ensure metal contact pins are present in terminals 8 and 4. Connect terminal 8 to terminal 4 using a jumper wire. Keep the jumper wire connected throughout the programming process. Double-check you have correctly identified terminals 8 and 4. Upon successful connection, the vehicle will automatically lock and unlock its doors, indicating entry into programming mode.
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Program the First Transmitter: On the first remote to be programmed, press and hold both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons simultaneously for approximately 15 seconds. The vehicle will respond by locking and unlocking the doors again. Release the buttons on the transmitter.
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Program Additional Transmitters: Within one minute, repeat step 3 for any remaining key fobs you wish to program.
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Exit Programming Mode: Remove the jumper wire from the OBDII Port to finalize the programming sequence.
Method 2: For Remote FCC #KOBUT1BT
This method uses the ignition and door lock button for programming.
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Close All Doors: Ensure all doors of your Chevrolet Tahoe are fully closed before starting the programming.
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Insert Key and Hold Unlock: Insert your key into the ignition. Press and hold the power UNLOCK button located on the driver’s side door panel. Maintain pressure on the unlock button until instructed to release in step 9.
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Ignition Cycling (Steps 5-8): Perform the following steps in rapid succession:
- Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (do not start the engine).
- Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
- Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
- Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
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Release Unlock Button: Release the power unlock button on the door panel. The vehicle will automatically lock and unlock the doors to confirm programming mode entry.
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Program Transmitters: Press and hold both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the first transmitter simultaneously until the door locks and unlocks. This step may take up to 30 seconds.
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Program Remaining Transmitters: Immediately repeat step 10 for each additional transmitter, including any existing remotes you want to program.
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Exit Programming Mode: Turn the ignition switch to the ON position to exit the transmitter programming mode.
By following the appropriate method for your key fob’s FCC ID, you should be able to successfully program your 2000 Chevy Tahoe keyless entry remote and restore convenient access to your vehicle.
